How to Start in England on Euro Truck Simulator 2

To begin your trucking career in England in Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2), you need the "Vive la France!" DLC (which includes the UK) or the standalone "Heart of the UK" DLC (released 2024). Base game only covers continental Europe.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Install Required DLC: Purchase and download "Vive la France!" or "Heart of the UK" via Steam.
2. Launch ETS2 → Select Profile Manager → New Profile.
3. Enter Name → Choose avatar → Next.
4. Starting City Selection: Scroll map to UK (highlighted if DLC owned) → Click London (or Grimsby, Hull, Felixstowe, Dover).
5. Confirm → Start Game.

Key UK Features in ETS2

• Left-hand Traffic: Drive on the left; overtake on right. Adjust mirror usage.
• Road Network: M25, M1, M4, M6, M62, A-roads; smart motorways, roundabouts, narrow urban streets.
• Ports: Dover, Felixstowe, Hull, Immingham, Liverpool — ferry/rail connections to Europe.
• Companies: UK-specific firms (Tesco, Sainsbury's, Royal Mail, DPD, Stobart) + European firms with UK depots.
• Landmarks: London Eye, Tower Bridge, Stonehenge (near A303), Angel of the North, Humber Bridge.

Pro Tips

• First Job: Take short hauls (London → Dover, London → Birmingham) to learn left-hand driving.
• Settings: Enable "UK speed limits" (mph) in Gameplay options.
• Mods: Promods UK & Ireland adds massive detail (requires all map DLCs).
• Ferry/Train: Use Channel Tunnel (Calais–Folkestone) or ferries (Calais–Dover, Dunkirk–Dover, Caen–Portsmouth) to reach continent.

Note

Without the UK DLC, you cannot enter the UK — the map ends at the English Channel. The "Heart of the UK" DLC (2024) adds Scotland, Northern England, Wales, and updated London — highly recommended for full experience.